The 153 CR DL plays like a fun bike but has the chops to go toe-to-toe with your local EWS pro. With the likes of Kona EWS team riders Miranda Miller, Connor Fearon, and Rhys Verner at the helm, you know this bike is ready for the biggest days. Spec’d to the hilt with the new RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork and Super Deluxe rear shock, SRAM Code RSC brakes with 200mm rotors front and rear, and a SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, this Process 153 CR DL is ready to be raced, ripped, and rallied down any trail.

“The Process was made for the descents; there is absolutely no doubt about that. Turning the bike downhill, we were constantly pushing harder looking for every bit of speed that we could find.”

Looking for stellar performance and stellar value? The Process 153 CR 29 is the answer. This Kona DH Carbon frame comes with everything you need in a fast, light, and durable enduro bike. A Fox 36 Performance fork and DPX2 Performance Elite rear shock keep the ride smooth. SRAM’s GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain keeps shifting buttery smooth while a RockShox Reverb seatpost keeps you in the right position for any terrain. Even better, size XL comes stock with a 200mm dropper.

The Process 153 DL 29 ups the ante in value and spec. Kona’s 6061 aluminum frame comes with a full carbon rocker to help keep weight down. The suspension features RockShox’s Lyrik Select fork with Charger 1 damper and all new Super Deluxe Select Plus rear shock. Climb swiftly with SRAM’s NX/GX Eagle drivetrain and stop with confidence with Guide brakes and a 200mm front rotor. The DL also arrives tubeless ready and with a dropper post. Size XL bikes can take up to a 200mm post.

It’s nice having that one bike you can just grab and go with no worries about how it will handle on the climb or descent. We’ve built the Process 153 29 to be affordable and handle everything a trail can throw at it, so you can spend more time having fun and no time worrying about your gear. Our lightweight aluminum frame features 160mm of front travel via a RockShox Yari RC Motion Control DebonAir fork, and 153mm of rear travel is provided by a Deluxe Select Plus shock. We’ve upgraded the drivetrain to a SRAM SX 12-speed, as well as high-powered Guide T 4-piston brakes, ensuring excellent modulation on the trickiest of terrain.

“The AL 29 is like a deftly agile juggernaut; that short, stiff rear end mixed with the big front wheel and long reach make it extremely stable at speed. You feel like you can just stand on it and plow over everything in your path, yet retain the precision needed to change direction at will.”

The 153 CR DL bikes are Kona’s flagship enduro machines. From punishing EWS race days to party laps at the local trails, the Process 153 CR DL is known for being a seriously fun bike. The carbon chassis is outfitted with an all new RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork with the RC2 Charger damper and Super Deluxe Ultimate rear shock with RCT damper to keep the ride smooth. A SRAM X01 12-speed Eagle drivetrain and Code RSC brakes are a perfectly balanced combo of pure shred and pure power.

“The 153 mm of relatively progressive rear wheel travel is predictable, stable through the rough stuff, and keeps up nicely with the 160-mm travel Lyrik.”

In some of the best riding zones we’ve found, the ups are as fun as the downs. The carbon Process 153 CR 27.5 flies up the hill with efficiency, but it really dances when things point downhill. A Fox 36 Performance fork and Float DPX2 Performance Elite rear shock keeps things playful, efficient, and fun. A SRAM GX/NX Eagle drivetrain and Guide R brakes round out this super sweet build.

“This is a versatile bike that should appeal to a huge range of riders who ride a variety of trails, including those that demand some white-knuckle moments.”

We have a strong opinion about this bike: It’s badass. It ticks all the boxes. A durable and stiff aluminum frame features a strong carbon rocker and is matched with a purpose-driven component selection including the new RockShox Lyrik select 160mm Charger fork, a RockShox Super Deluxe Select Plus rear shock, SRAM GX/NX Eagle, Guide 4-piston disc brakes, and a dropper post, with insertion up to 200mm in size XL. It’s the People’s Process and we love it.

“It holds its own against the most aggressive downhill challenges and tames the climbs it takes to get to them.”

There’s a decent chance we’ll be caught in a zombie apocalypse in our lifetime. What’s your escape vehicle? The Process 153 would be a solid choice if you live in a place with unforgiving terrain. It’s an awesome build in a wallet-friendly price. With 160mm of RockShox Yari travel up front and a Deluxe Select Plus shock in the rear, the ride is plush and smooth. Well accompanied by SRAM Guide T hydraulic disc brakes, a dropper post, and SRAM’s NX/SX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, the Process is one sweet build for the buck.

The Process 134 CR DL 29 represents four years of design iterations, mechanical engineering and real-world testing. Born from the beloved Process 111, it ticks all of the longer/lower/slacker boxes while still maintaining the classic Kona feel of really freaking fun. A carbon frame features a 140mm RockShox Pike Ultimate RC2 fork up front, a RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate rear shock and a SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed drivetrain. With a build this sweet the 134 CR DL leaves nothing to be desired.

The Process 134 CR 29 is the shorter travel carbon 29er that you’ve been waiting for. This truly do-everything bike features 140mm of travel up front and 134mm in the rear, supplied by a Fox Performance 34 fork and Performance Elite DPX2 rear shock. A RockShox Reverb with 1x lever and super deep insertion depth makes this pony ready to rip out of the box!

All the bang for a little less buck the Process 134 DL 29 has the bells and whistles to make this bike sing. A RockShox Pike Select fork and highly tunable RockShox Deluxe Ultimate trunnion mounted shock keep the ride plush and playful, while a SRAM GX/NX Eagle drivetrain makes the climbs a breeze! Paired with our legendary Process geometry, the 134 DL 29 is perfect anytime anywhere!

The Process 134 29 is a super versatile bike for a great price. We’ve put the money where it matters with this build to ensure every ride is as good as it gets. A SRAM SX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain makes quick work of climbs, while a RockShox Recon RL fork and a RockShox Deluxe Select rear shock smooth out all the bumps. All-new WTB ST i30 TCS rims are strong and light, which helps keep the big wheels turning quickly.